Species freycinetia
light-orange flowers with lime-green leaves and stems

freycinetia

Freycinetia cumingiana

Freycinetia cumingiana is an amazing plant species that will delight any garden enthusiast! This tropical vine produces beautiful, star-shaped white flowers that are surrounded by luscious dark green foliage. The Freycinetia cumingiana is an easy to grow plant and thrives in indirect, bright light and doesn't require a lot of maintenance. Not only is this plant beautiful, but it's also fast growing and can be a great addition to a trellis near a patio or deck as a sensational privacy screen or attractive focal point. All in all, Freycinetia cumingiana is the perfect tropical addition to your yard!

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Air Layering Propagation,Stem Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

11 - 12

Flowers:

Orange bracts Flowers

Sun:

part shade

Cones:

Yes

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Thorny:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Freycinetia (Freycinetia cumingiana) should be watered once a week, but don't let the soil dry out completely between waterings. When watering, make sure to moisten only the soil and avoid wetting the foliage. This species also prefers high humidity levels. Mist the plant daily or place a humidifier nearby. If the plant is in a pot, it is best to water with tepid water. To avoid root rot, make sure to allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering again.

sunlight

Freycinetia (Freycinetia cumingiana) is a tropical epiphyte plant that prefers to receive about 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily, preferably in the morning or early afternoon. The plant should not be exposed to the direct sunlight for any longer than 6 hours as it could result in scorching of the leaves. Additionally, it should be placed in a location that is partially shaded in order to give it some protection from the heat and bright light of direct sunshine. Fully shaded areas can lead to inadequate flower production as the plant needs some sunlight to bloom fully.

pruning

Effective pruning of Freycinetia (Freycinetia cumingiana) is essential for maintaining its health and shape. This species of fast-growing plants should be pruned twice a year. The best time to prune Freycinetia is in the late winter or early spring before new growth begins. This will help promote a good shape, encourage more upright growth and improve air circulation. To promote a bushy, dense habit, prune each stem after it has grown about 2 feet. Use pruning shears for thin branches, and hard pruning for thicker ones. During slimmer summer months, you may want to shape your Freycinetia by removing crossing branches, removing older twigs and removing dead leaves. To keep it in control, you may want to occasionally trim the plant at the top, but beware that this can slow down the growth of Freycinetia. Overall, proper pruning of your Freycinetia will help you keep it looking healthy and attractive.

Season

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Starts Flowering

Freycinetia cumingiana typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.

Starts Flowering

Freycinetia cumingiana typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.

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